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Christina Ball
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A Humble Shepherd
Craig Rogers took an unusual route to sheep farming—he was an engineering college dean and a businessman first—but chefs rave about his lamb.
Mar 22, 2011 by Christina Ball in Nature (1 Comments)
Pulling Up Roots
In the Shenandoah Valley, Harvest Thyme Herbs produces lovely herbs and vegetables for restaurants that take the farm-to-table concept seriously.
Feb 22, 2011 by Christina Ball in Dine out
A Contemporary Euro-Style Oasis
A new team has transformed the historic Ashby Inn and Restaurant into a first class experience of food, wine and hospitality. Christina Ball travels to Paris for a memorable meal at a place where nothing goes to waste.
Dec 1, 2010 by Christina Ball in Dine out (1 Comments)
Tyler Darden
Beyond the Tavern
Within earshot of fife and drum, Christina Ball samples the fare at two of Williamsburg's most popular eateries. "Oh, for a bowl of fat canary, rich Palermo, sparkling sherry..."
Jul 15, 2010 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Tyler Darden
Fresh Bread and Warm Places
The Taubman Museum is transforming Roanoke’s cultural landscape and attracting a new kind of tourist to the city—and downtown eateries are striving to keep up.
Apr 28, 2010 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Tyler Darden
Storybook Charm
Lexington’s Red Hen is a cozy and elegant restaurant where chef Tucker Yoder is committed to innovative yet approachable food.
Jan 18, 2010 by Christina Ball in Dine out (1 Comments)
Tyler Darden
From Beach to Bistro
Todd Jurich’s namesake Norfolk restaurant is proof that the veteran chef has parlayed talent and business savvy into big-city success. Photography by Tyler Darden
Nov 9, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out (1 Comments)
Tyler Darden
Puttin’ On the Ritz
Luray’s lustrous Mimslyn Inn and its restaurant, Circa ’31, bring a touch of elegance to the Shenandoah Valley. The Thornton Grille, in nearby Sperryville, is destination dining, too. Photography by Tyler Darden
Nov 3, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Tyler Darden
Inside (the) Stove
Sydney Meers—raconteur, artist and, above all, dazzling chef—heats up Port Norfolk. Photography by Tyler Darden
Sep 29, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Jeff Greenough
Two Minds Are Better Than ...
A pair of former Chicago chefs have brought haute cuisine to Chilhowie’s Town House. By Christina Ball • Photography by Jeff Greenough
Sep 14, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out (3 Comments)
Ten Mile Meal
For beef, many of Virginia’s best restaurants turn to Mount Air Farm in Crozet, home to Gryffon’s Aerie beef and more. Christina Ball tours this sustainable farm and stays for a memorable meal. Photography by Stacey Evans
Jul 29, 2009 by Christina Ball in Eat in (2 Comments)
Casual Chic
In Richmond, two chic Fan restaurants, plus an enduring lunch spot. By Christina Ball • Photography by Tyler Darden
Jul 27, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Classic and Cosmopolitan
We found an old-style Italian eatery and a chic wine bar across the street from each other in Fredericksburg. By Christina Ball • Photography by Tyler Darden
Jul 27, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out
Bird Eggs & Blogs
Christina Ball follows a blog trail to a back alley in Old Town Winchester, where chef Ed Matthews does a lot more than muse about the wonders of food at his destination-worthy restaurant, One Block West. Photography by Tyler Darden
Jun 17, 2009 by Christina Ball in Dine out